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Indonesia's central bank faces scrutiny over independence amid economic concerns

Investors are questioning the independence of Indonesia's central bank, Bank Indonesia (BI), amid concerns about the country's economic management. While acting governor Destry Damayanti asserts that BI retains full autonomy in setting interest rates and making policy decisions, analysts suggest that market confidence will only be restored through more credible economic policymaking and transparent financial decisions. These concerns arise as President Prabowo Subianto seeks to influence economic policy, creating pressure on the central bank's autonomy. AI

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Resty Woro Yuniar ·

    Indonesia’s central bank insists it is independent. Investors want proof

    Indonesia has spent months trying to persuade investors that its economy is on the right course. A weakening rupiah, mounting budgetary pressures and a series of contentious policy decisions have made that task harder. Doubts about the management of Southeast Asia’s largest econo…